Insurance Commissioner: Market Climbing Back
Commissioner Mike Yaworsky said Florida’s insurance market continues to recover after reforms, but progress will take time to show up for consumers.

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Commissioner Mike Yaworsky said Florida’s insurance market continues to recover after reforms, but progress will take time to show up for consumers.
Common seller objections can slow a sale. Focusing on closed sales and current competition can help avoid stale listings.
AI-driven impersonation, phishing and home improvement scams are rising. Slowing down, verifying requests and avoiding unusual payments can help prevent losses.
Safety, efficiency and modern design are driving bathroom updates. Even small upgrades can boost appeal, cut costs and help homes stand out to buyers.
Rates on 30-year mortgages dropped to 6.3% from 6.37% last week, and 15-year rates also eased, from 5.65% from 5.74% last week, Freddie Mac said.
Homeowners can avoid costly renovation surprises by getting multiple bids, planning for hidden expenses and leaving room in the budget for overruns.
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The report examines similarities & differences among recent buyers & sellers across generations. Among all buyers last year, the breakdown was as follows:
• Gen Z: 4% (3% prior year)
• Millennials: 26% (29%)
• Gen X: 25% (24%)
• Baby Boomers: 42% (±0)
• Silent Generation: 4% (±0)
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Fair Housing For All!
On behalf of our local REALTOR members, thank you to the Board of County Commissioners for proclaiming April as Fair Housing Month.
We greatly appreciate the Hernando County Government Board of County Commissioners' leadership in recognizing Fair Housing Month at today's meeting. Your proclamation helps raise important awareness and reinforces our shared goal of ensuring fair and equal access to housing for all residents.
REALTORS® nationwide are deeply committed to the principles of fair housing, which prohibit discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. We uphold these standards by providing equal professional services to every consumer, without exception.
In addition to the federal protections, our National Association of REALTORS® strengthened its commitment by amending the Code of Ethics to include explicit protections for sexual orientation and gender identity. Here locally, our members are required to complete fair housing and anti-bias training upon joining the Association and every three years thereafter.
Thank you to the County Commissioners for recognizing Fair Housing Month.
#FairHousingForAll #RealtorSupport #realtorfairhousing
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What an unforgettable, history-making day!
On Thursday, the Hernando County Association of REALTORS (HCAR) plus West Pasco Board of REALTORS (WPBOR) came together in a powerful celebration of unity and new beginnings!
We proudly marked a major milestone with our Inaugural Installation of the Board of Directors — a brunch filled with energy, pride, and fresh momentum for the future.
Committee Chairs, Vice Chairs, and the outgoing leadership of both organizations attended to support this exciting new chapter. Adding even more star power, Florida REALTORS 2026 District 7 Vice President Linda Cridland joined as a special guest!
WPBOR Past President Greg Armstrong served as the installing officer and delivered a celebratory toast, raising a glass to the dawn of a strong, unified Association ready to conquer what's next!
Installed were President Catherine "Cookie" Miller, President-Elect Diane Fisher, Secretary Jessica Schmidt, Treasurer Silvia Dukes, and Directors: Mike Dumas, Steve Van Gorden, Tamara Hightower, Susie Fultz, Jim Wallace and Bill Yingling.
Cheers 🥂 to new leadership, bold collaboration, and an incredible future ahead! 🎉👏
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